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Everton defender Leighton Baines knows that the club needs more strength in depth if they are to challenge for honours both domestically and in Europe next term. David Moyes' side finished fifth in the Premier League to qualify for next season's UEFA Cup and former Wigan Athletic star Baines is pleased the club has been linked with several high-profile names already this summer. He said: "The... [more»]

Everton manager David Moyes believes Leighton Baines will eventually beat his injury problems and enjoy a long and fruitful spell at Goodison Park. The 23-year-old moved to Merseyside from Wigan Athletic last summer but has endured a frustrating season with hamstring and ankle injuries restricting him to only ten Premier League starts for the club. Moyes said: "I've spoken to Leighton. I've... [more»]

Everton's prediction for Leighton Baines' return to first-team action has been too optimistic and the former Wigan Athletic star may now be sidelined for up to six weeks. It had been hoped that Baines would be able to play in the club's busy festive programme, but the hamstring problem he picked up in Saturday's win against Fulham is more severe than was originally diagnosed. Manager David... [more»]

Everton left-back Leighton Baines should be available for the hectic festive schedule after a scan showed that he sustained a hamstring problem in Saturday's win against Fulham. Baines had to be replaced by Phil Jagielka in the first half of the 3-0 victory. Everton head physio Mick Rathbone told the club's official website: "He's hurt his hamstring and we're going to give him intensive... [more»]

Everton defender Leighton Baines could be set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury in the 3-0 win against Fulham. The former Wigan Athletic star had to be substituted after picking up the problem midway through the first period. Phil Jagielka came on to replace Baines, who will have a scan to determine the extent of the injury. Head physio Mick Rathbone told... [more»]